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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1940
Page
10
Roswell Daily Record published in Roswell New Mexico on May 10 1903 as a second class mail matter. Advertising rates apply and subscription options listed with weekly monthly and yearly prices. Associated Press credit note and local news disclaimer included.
New Mexico senators Hatch and Chavez backed a provision authorizing government seizure of private plants for national defense as an amendment to the conscription act. Senator Wheeler, longtime draft opponent, declared the opposition collapsed and urged action in the House. Congress faced renewed talk of a possible war declaration against Germany as pro administration agents canvassed the Senate.
Washington debate exposes wide gaps in contract figures for military aircraft. Senator Byrd cites 343 planes in 100 days, Knudsen tallies 6,764 contracts, President Roosevelt cites over 10,000, while Secretary Knox says about 2,500 for the Navy, illustrating broad disagreement on the total planes contracted.
General Almazan is in the United States and the independentMexican presidential hopeful says he is touring Baltimore. Reportedly Mexican gun boats searched vessels off the Mexican coast, underscoring the hazards for candidates amid ongoing political strife.
In Roswell few campaign stickers appear on cars during the primary election, signaling a more independent voter attitude than in prior years where cars were plastered with stickers.
Roswell residents show strong local candidate interest ahead of the September 14 primary. Voters expect a large local turnout as candidates from the area compete for the seats.
In the El Paso Times editorial, the House committee readies the conscription bill for floor action as Senate tweaks aim to trim its reach. Amendments limit drafting to 900000, favoring a tighter U S scope, with war risks cited if Japan appears. Critics warn the bill may end up impotent after concessions.
Will Robinson provides concise observations on notable events, offering quick context and insights. The column highlights political developments, social happenings, and local happenings with a sharp, readable voice characteristic of the period.
In Guadalupe County, 2843 Democrats are registered versus 1572 Republicans. The piece notes the shift away from the county’s old Republican standing once jokingly framed by the Pecos River freezes phrase, highlighting changes since WPA era and federal programs.
The county clerk Pearl McGlathery reports 832 GOP registered voters in Lea division versus 7 786 Democrats. The text emphasizes that Seth Alston should receive every GOP vote, portraying a strong party alignment in the county.
Governor John Miles pledges finishing Highway 54 in 1941 1942 if elected. Route enters from Nara Visa and passes Tucumcari Santa Rosa Vaughn Alamogordo Oro Grande. Black topped from Alamo to Texas line. Vaughn to Santa Rosa to be tackled first. Nara Visa to Santa Rosa already done.
Sugarite once a thriving coal town in Colfax County shuts down as the mine closes. Once employing 700 men, only 50 remain at the official closure, turning the area into a ghost town while hopes ride on future oil and gas supplies.
The article hints at a return to operations once conditions allow, noting that reopening may occur at a point that could lie beyond the lifetimes of some readers. It emphasizes uncertainty and future planning without firm dates or specifics.
The note warns that a blue brake and light sticker may be required on September 1, with implied threats of coercion for votes in Torrance county. It questions how to prove such political corruption amid alleged blue tag payments tied to local owners, urging method to verify and expose wrongdoing.
New Mexico districts have nearly all all steel school buses with only seven counties still using non steel vehicles. Supply delays from auto makers keep replacement as the main factor, says Chaves County Superintendent Rodman Cookson. New Mexico spends over a million dollars yearly on student transportation and there were no major bus accidents last year on the extensive routes.
The Huntsville Texas state fish hatchery plans to release over 10,000,000 young bass into streams and lakes of the division this year. The large stocking may boost the larval population by ten million in a year or two, prompting reflection on its impact.
Replying to inquiries officials state Geronimo was never a prisoner at Fort Union. He reportedly visited multiple forts including Fort Bowie Fort Sill San Antonio army barracks Fort Pickens and Mount Vernon barracks, but Fort Union never served as a serious prison camp.
A loud protest from Pecos Valley follows the claim that persistent squalling yields results as the aack season begins on October 16, a month ahead of schedule.
Nine Democrats run in the congressional race including F G L and Tatum. The columnist notes many names are unfamiliar, but believes candidates target carrying their own and neighboring counties to win. John Martin, Alamogordo, is mentioned. The piece ends with a speculative, cautious outlook.
The decline of the Joyce Pruit mercantile era washes away its branches along the Pecos slope. Carlsbad burns, Artesia is bought by F P Brown who plans to run as Brown Mercantile. Key figures A Pru it Charlie Joyce Albert Pruit Bernie Pruit and John R Joyce are gone or fading, leaving the Joyce Pruit name with a single lingering use.
Walt Disney urges the interior department to accommodate dining needs within its facilities. The note emphasizes practical seating and service adjustments to support staff and visitors during daily operations.
The ad notes Moseleys Coronado Tavern offers culinary artistry accessible to all, promising artful dishes without billionaire price tags. It emphasizes inviting dining in a refined yet affordable setting.
Rue Hatterick, now married to Brule M Hatterick ten months after Crystal's death, faces suspicion as Crystal’s nurse Julie Garder is murdered. Alicia Pelham accuses Rue while Steven Hendrie questions motives. Brule summons police and prepares to testify. The tension centers on alleged poisoning, memories of Crystal, and advancing inquiries.
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